Anglers 15 and younger are invited to the free Just for Kids Fishing Derby from 8 a.m. to noon on June 9 at the Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville. This 16th annual event is sponsored by the DuPage County Forest Preserve District. In addition to fishing, the festivities include a casting contest, a photo souvenir activity and free promotional items while they last.
Those wishing to participate in the derby should bring their own gear and register the morning of the event. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of four age groups in each of three categories: bass, bluegill and miscellaneous, as well as to winners of the casting contest.
Blackwell Forest Preserve is off Butterfield Road, between Winfield Road and Illinois Highway 59 in Warrenville. For information, call 630-871-6401.